When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Scottsdale
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Scottsdale?
Direct-sow around late April (Apr 29–May 20) in Scottsdale, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Scottsdale?
Expect to harvest from around mid July (Jul 13–Aug 7) in Scottsdale, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Scottsdale?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 9–Mar 2) in Scottsdale, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Scottsdale?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 29–May 20) in Scottsdale, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Scottsdale?
Scottsdale has roughly 303 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) to maturity outdoors.
Sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) 6–8 weeks before your last spring frost; plant out 2–3 weeks after it. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Scottsdale's frost dates.